menilite

mɛnɪˈliːt

Definitions

1. noun

A mineral, a hydrated potassium iron phosphate, KFe3(PO4)3·3H2O, occurring in secondary ferruginous deposits.

“The geologist studied the unique properties of the menilite crystal structure.”

Synonyms

  • apatite
  • apatitic

Antonyms

  • oxide
  • silicate